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December 4, 2018
20 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Mark J. Porter, Christopher J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve all class two licenses AR-18-2 through AR-18-25 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
To approve all class two licenses AR-18-2 through AR-18-25 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve all class two licenses AR-18-2 through AR-18-25 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve motor vehicle class three junk license AR-18-26 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
To approve motor vehicle class three junk license AR-18-26 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve motor vehicle class three junk license AR-18-26 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve entertainment licenses GL-18-11 through BS-18-31 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
To approve entertainment licenses GL-18-11 through BS-18-31 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve entertainment licenses GL-18-11 through BS-18-31 as recommended by the Licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve automatic amusement devises licenses GL-18-10 through VS-18-30 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
To approve automatic amusement devises licenses GL-18-10 through VS-18-30 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve automatic amusement devises licenses GL-18-10 through VS-18-30 as recommended by the licensing Agent subject to payment of all fees. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve submittal of technical assistance grant to the MAPC in the amount of $56,000.00 for equitable transit oriented study for Canton Junction Station
To approve submittal of technical assistance grant to the MAPC in the amount of $56,000.00 for equitable transit oriented study for Canton Junction Station
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve submittal of technical assistance grant to the MAPC in the amount of $56,000.00 for equitable transit oriented study for Canton Junction Station. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Accept letter of intent and approve lease extension
To accept letter of intent and approve lease extension
From the minutes
“Motion was made to accept letter of intent and approve lease extension. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Fourth Amendment to AT&T water tank lease. Subject to Engineering Department approval
To approve the Fourth Amendment to AT&T water tank lease. Subject to Engineering Department approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Fourth Amendment to AT&T water tank lease. Subject to Engineering Department approval. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve an application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Rd. on April 27, 2019 at 6:00...
To approve an application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Rd. on April 27, 2019 at 6:00 PM to April 28, 2019 at 12:30 AM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve an application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Rd. on April 27, 2019 at 6:00 PM to April 28, 2019 at 12:30 AM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Water/Sewer Abatement request for 15 Raven Road in the amount of $700.00
To approve the Water/Sewer Abatement request for 15 Raven Road in the amount of $700.00
The minutes give the vote as 3-0, but 4 members were present (Mark J. Porter, Christopher J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore and John J. Connolly). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Water/Sewer Abatement request for 15 Raven Road in the amount of $700.00. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Amend Automobile Fuel Storage License for 30 North Street Reality Trust
To amend Automobile Fuel Storage License for 30 North Street Reality Trust
From the minutes
“Motion was made to amend Automobile Fuel Storage License for 30 North Street Reality Trust. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the deed for parcel A at the Turtlecreek subdivision for conservation open space passive recreation purposes
To approve the deed for parcel A at the Turtlecreek subdivision for conservation open space passive recreation purposes
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the deed for parcel A at the Turtlecreek subdivision for conservation open space passive recreation purposes. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on March 20, 2018, March 29, 2018 and April 10, 2018
To approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on March 20, 2018, March 29, 2018 and April 10, 2018
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on March 20, 2018, March 29, 2018 and April 10, 2018. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on April 17, 2018, May 1, 2018, May 29, 2018 and June 12, 2018
To approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on April 17, 2018, May 1, 2018, May 29, 2018 and June 12, 2018
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on April 17, 2018, May 1, 2018, May 29, 2018 and June 12, 2018. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Phil Pennacchio as Special Heavy Equipment Operator
To appoint Phil Pennacchio as Special Heavy Equipment Operator
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Phil Pennacchio as Special Heavy Equipment Operator. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint James Farrington as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
To appoint James Farrington as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint James Farrington as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Catherine Kulas as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
To appoint Catherine Kulas as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Catherine Kulas as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Thomas Taylor as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
To appoint Thomas Taylor as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Thomas Taylor as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Richard Horigan as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
To appoint Richard Horigan as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Richard Horigan as Crossing Guard, part time non benefits eligible. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid Litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid Litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid Litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Each answered in the affirmative. Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.”
Adjourn the meeting at 8:34 PM. Respectfu submitted
To adjourn the meeting at 8:34 PM. Respectfu submitted
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 8:34 PM. Respectfu submitted,.”
From the Canton Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Laserfiche records archive. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Canton Citizen (Susan M. Harrington, John R. McCourt, Michael C. Loughran and Julie Beckham, from their candidacy announcements; Patricia M. Boyden cropped from a captioned photo of the board by Moira Sweetland, February 2026).
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